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“Monumental” win for Rachel
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18 July 2026

“Monumental” win for Rachel

Local artist Rachel South has won the 2026 Moreton Bay Art Prize with *Sun-Kissed Chestnut*, praised for transforming an everyday subject into a monumental work of art.

Meet for free help to find job
17 July 2026

Meet for free help to find job

The free Youth Job Meet returns to Strathpine, connecting young people with local employers, apprenticeships, training providers and on-the-spot job opportunities.

Appeal lodged in golf course battle
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17 July 2026

Appeal lodged in golf course battle

An appeal has been lodged against Moreton Bay City Council’s refusal of a proposed driving range at the former North Lakes Golf Course, with the dispute now heading to court.

Veterans presented with signed Dolphins ANZAC Round jersey
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17 July 2026

Veterans presented with signed Dolphins ANZAC Round jersey

RSL Queensland veterans have received a team-signed Dolphins ANZAC Round jersey as Ausbuild and the Dolphins extend their community partnership through to 2029.

Giving Moreton Bay youth a red-hot crack at life
15 July 2026

Giving Moreton Bay youth a red-hot crack at life

The Youth Development Foundation is transforming young lives across Moreton Bay, connecting vulnerable youth with education, employment and local businesses for a brighter future.

Finding connection at The Redcliffe Treehouse
15 July 2026

Finding connection at The Redcliffe Treehouse

The Redcliffe Tree House has become a unique community hub, combining a café, bookstore and event space where locals gather, connect and feel at home.

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Wildlife fencing will not be moved
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13 Dec 2022

Wildlife fencing will not be moved

Koala protection fencing at the site of a $19 million pedestrian overpass in Clontarf will not be moved, says the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR).

Who’s Who in 22: Tourism
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13 Dec 2022

Who’s Who in 22: Tourism

Today, we continue our Who’s Who in 22 series by listing stars in the tourism sector, in the Moreton Bay Region, who have achieved great things in 2022. Check out the list

Who’s Who in 2022, Tourism: Oriana Wyrozebska
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13 Dec 2022

Who’s Who in 2022, Tourism: Oriana Wyrozebska

General Manager of Tourism and Investment at Moreton Bay Region Industry and Tourism Oriana Wyrozebska is helping spread the word about the wonders of the Moreton Bay Region – at home and overseas

Who’s Who in 2022, tourism: Hannah Worthy
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13 Dec 2022

Who’s Who in 2022, tourism: Hannah Worthy

Samford’s own wizarding world, better known as The Store of Requirement, celebrated its 5th birthday in 2022, with Managing Director Hannah Worthy inviting all witches, wizards and muggles to join in the festivities

Who’s Who in 22, Tourism: Edith Cuffe
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13 Dec 2022

Who’s Who in 22, Tourism: Edith Cuffe

Abbey Museum of Art and Archaeology has bounced back after a couple of tough years due to COVID-19 and has a bright future thanks largely to the tenacity of Director Edith Cuffe. The museum’s iconic Abbey Medieval Festival made a triumphant return in 2022 and the tourism destination held a number of other events

Who’s Who in 2022, tourism: Kerry Lopez
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13 Dec 2022

Who’s Who in 2022, tourism: Kerry Lopez

Kerry Lopez of Brisbane Whale Watching won the coveted Businesswoman of the Year Award at the 2022 Moreton Bay Business and Innovation Awards

Who’s Who in 22, Tourism: Jason Brown
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13 Dec 2022

Who’s Who in 22, Tourism: Jason Brown

G’Day Adventure Tours Founder and Managing Director Jason Brown has weathered the COVID-19 storm in 2022 by diversifying and collaborating with other operators to offer local and international tourists something special

Classic show by Cam Smith juniors
News / Local
12 Dec 2022

Classic show by Cam Smith juniors

The 2022 Cameron Smith Junior Classic (CSJC) ticked all the boxes - on and off the course - now organisers at Wantima Country Club want to make it even better. 3 picture galleries

Huge crowds enjoy peninsula carols
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12 Dec 2022

Huge crowds enjoy peninsula carols

Thousands of local residents and visitors turned out for Sunday's Redcliffe Peninsula Christmas Carols and Nathan Road Sports Complex, Rothwell. PICTURE SPECIAL

Brazil to call Moreton Bay home for World Cup
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12 Dec 2022

Brazil to call Moreton Bay home for World Cup

Moreton Bay will go green, gold and blue next year as the home base for Brazilian in the FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia and New Zealand 2023.